The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has described the passing of the Leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as "the end of an era."

?Pa Fasoranti passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the age of 100, as announced by Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

?In a condolence message released on Wednesday through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas paid tribute to the late centenarian, highlighting his unwavering loyalty and commitment to the progressive ideals of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.

?The Speaker noted that despite leading the pan-Yoruba socio-political group through challenging periods, Pa Fasoranti remained undaunted in his convictions.

He described him as a rare elder statesman whose life spanned Nigeria’s major historical epochs from the colonial era and successive military regimes to the return of democracy in the Fourth Republic.

?Speaker Abbas particularly commended the late Afenifere leader for his fatherly guidance and progressive support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

?Extending his sympathies to the Fasoranti family, Afenifere, the government and people of Ondo State, and the entire Yoruba nation, Speaker Abbas prayed for the peaceful repose of Pa Fasoranti’s soul.